Hey good people! Unfortunately, one of our brothers in the community recently received a fake bottle. Situations like this really suck, and they happen more often than we think. Because of that, I decided to start a small series on how to spot fake fragrance bottles. The goal is simple: help our community avoid getting scammed. A few basic rules before buying Always ask for pictures before buying. Ask for clear photos of: -Front and back of the bottle -Bottom sticker / batch code -Atomizer without the cap -The box and its bottom label -Fill level Of course, sellers can send fake photos too, but it’s still your first line of defense. Do a quick legit check on the seller. Look at: -How long they’ve been in the group -Previous sales posts -References from other members -Whether their profile looks real or newly created If the price looks too good to be true, there’s usually a reason. Use a trusted middleman (admin) if needed.If you’re not 100% confident in the seller, ask an admin to act as a middleman. How it works: -You send the money to the admin. -The seller sends the bottle to the admin. The admin verifies the bottle is authentic. -If everything is good, the admin sends the money to the seller and ships the bottle to you. It adds a step, but it can save you hundreds of dollars and a big headache. Other important information: -Batch codes: bottle and box should usually match. Some counterfeiters copy codes, but mismatches are a red flag. -Quality of printing: luxury brands have very sharp, precise printing. Blurry text, uneven spacing, or crooked labels are suspicious. -Bottle weight and glass quality: most niche houses use heavy glass and high-quality molds. Fakes often feel lighter or slightly rough around the seams. -Atomizer quality: niche brands usually have smooth, fine mists. Cheap atomizers can feel loose or spray unevenly. -Fragrance performance: this is the least reliable indicator, but if a fragrance disappears in 10 minutes when the original lasts 8+ hours, something may be off.

This sample continues to impress me. I’ve had this on for 10hrs and it’s still here. Settled down to a very nice rosy woody Amber with a touch of citrus. After a day of working hard in training and breaking into several cold sweats 😜 this scent does not disappoint!! I will be converting to a full bottle next week when it’s released.